Honey Garlic Glazed Pork Chops
🥩 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the pork chops:
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4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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2 tbsp olive oil or butter
For the honey garlic glaze:
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⅓ cup honey
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
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½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 tbsp water (if needed to thin)
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Pork
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Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.
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Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
2️⃣ Sear
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Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add pork chops and cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
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Remove from pan and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Glaze
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Lower heat to medium.
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In the same pan, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds (don’t burn).
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Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar.
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Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
4️⃣ Finish
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Return pork chops to skillet.
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Spoon glaze over chops.
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Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the meat.
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Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Mashed potatoes
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Roasted vegetables
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Steamed rice
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Garlic green beans
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use bone-in pork chops?
Yes! Bone-in chops work great. Increase cook time by 1–2 minutes per side.
Q: How do I keep pork chops from drying out?
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Don’t overcook (145°F is perfect).
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Let them rest before slicing.
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Use chops at least 1-inch thick.
Q: Can I bake instead of pan-sear?
Yes.
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Sear first for flavor.
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Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes.
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Add glaze at the end and broil briefly.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Store in an airtight container up to 4 days in the fridge. Reheat gently to prevent drying.
Q: Can I make it spicy?
Add:
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Extra red pepper flakes
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1 tsp sriracha
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Or a pinch of cayenne
Q: Can I substitute the honey?
You can use:
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Maple syrup
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Brown sugar (dissolved in 1 tbsp water)
Flavor will change slightly.
🔥 Pro Tips
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Deglaze pan with a splash of chicken broth for extra sauce.
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Add 1 tbsp butter at the end for glossy finish.
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Garnish with chopped parsley or sesame seeds.
